I've Got a Rock in My Sock
Rory Block · 1986
32 min · 9 tracks · blues · country blues
A rich tapestry of blues and country rhythms interwoven with heartfelt storytelling and vibrant guitar work.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its authentic representation of American roots music, earning critical acclaim within the blues community. It solidified Block's reputation as a skilled guitarist and vocalist, contributing to the resurgence of interest in acoustic blues during the mid-1980s.
- Best for
- short, engaging listening sessions heartfelt storytelling focus intimate acoustic vibes
- Context
- Released in 1986, 'I've Got a Rock in My Sock' was Rory Block's fifth studio album, showcasing her maturation as an artist after the critical success of her previous album, 'The New Blues'. At this point in her career, Block was establishing herself as a prominent voice in the contemporary blues scene, blending traditional elements with her unique interpretations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Koko Taylor· Elvis Presley· John Mayer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Send the Man Back Home Standout 3:33
- 2 Moon's Goin' Down 3:25
- 3 Gypsie Boy 5:19
- 4 I've Got a Rock in My Sock Standout 3:01
- 5 Foreign Lander 0:45
- 6 Goin' Back to the Country Standout 4:27
- 7 M & O Blues 3:23
- 8 Lovin' Whiskey 4:06
- 9 Highland Overture 4:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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